Dissonance Theory Insists That _____

question 61

Multiple Choice

Dissonance theory insists that _____.

• A)people voluntarily internalize forced behavior contrary to popular belief
• B)encouragement and inducement should be enough to elicit a desired action
• C)attitudes should precede behaviors for which we feel some responsibility
• D)parents should refrain from using incentives to elicit a desired behavior

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Definitions:

Power Imbalance

A situation where there is an unequal distribution of power among individuals or groups, leading to dominance by one party over another.

Correspondence Bias

The tendency to attribute a person's behavior too much to their disposition and not enough to the situation they are in.

Personality Dispositions

Enduring personal qualities or tendencies that influence behavior and attitudes across various situations.

Attentional Bias

Attentional bias is a tendency to pay more attention to certain types of information while ignoring others, often influenced by emotional states or individual priorities.